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OneGood™ Earphones: Never Miss a Beat

posted by gumptiongear May 8, 2012 0 comments

For many of us, tunes have become as essential to our running or training routine as a quality pair of shoes. Music can be a powerful motivator that helps provide that extra dose of inspiration when energy dips or doubts creep in.

While science is actually discovering that there are some benefits of listening to music while training, there is a flip side: listening to your peppy playlist via the traditional dual ear bud system can compromise your safety and well being by removing you from your physical environment.

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Vapur® Element: The Anti-Ordinary Water Bottle

posted by gumptiongear May 3, 2012 0 comments

Be daring, be different, be impractical, be anything that will assert integrity of purpose and imaginative vision against the play-it-safers, the creatures of the commonplace, the slaves of the ordinary. – Cecil Beaton

In 2009, the minds at Vapur® set out to design an innovative and collapsible hydration solution that would prove to be as eco-friendly as it was versatile. With the launch of the new Vapur Element, this California based company may have raised the bar on innovation and flexibility in the hydration space.

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Columbia Compounder™ Shell

posted by gumptiongear May 2, 2012 0 comments

When pursuing your adventures in the great outdoors, the tunes piping through your earbuds can prove to be as motivating as the iconic vistas you’re tracking down. Whether it’s the melodic anthems of Angels and Airwaves, or the gritty tuneage of Guns N’ Roses Appetite for Destruction, music and gear often work hand in hand to motivate us through, and protect us from the elements.

Durable, strong and able to rock in virtually any climate, the Compounder™ Shell is a prime example of Columbia Sportswear’s appetite for adventure. A go-to shell that offers rockstar performance and surefire protection against the elements.
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Zeal Optics: Adventure Life with Impunity

posted by gumptiongear May 1, 2012 0 comments

Sunglasses… they speak to us simultaneously, and sometimes even paradoxically, of wild rebellion, cool indifference, adventure and power, glamour and freedom. They are as ingrained in American culture as apple pie, and are an entrenched part of our lifestyle.

Whether riding your cruiser to the coffee shop, taking a road trip to an undecided destination, or simply rushing through the daily grind, you need quality optics that protect your eyes from the powerful rays of the sun without crushing on your style. If you’re looking for the perfect fusion of style, protection, durability and passion, then you may want to give Zeal Optics a spin.
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Skechers GOrun

posted by gumptiongear April 26, 2012 0 comments

The natural running shoe revolution is officially underway, and SKECHERS USA, Inc .is taking part with an innovative new approach to the minimalist movement.

Designed to get you back to the purity of running barefoot through modern design, the SKECHERS GOrun line sets itself apart from the pack courtesy of radical new mid-foot strike technologies which, wrapped in a featherweight platform, help your feet land more naturally while improving ground feel and control.
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First Look: Baldas Snowshoes

posted by gumptiongear April 25, 2012 0 comments

Once considered a crucial tool assisting in the mobility of indigenous peoples living in snow-covered areas around the world, the snowshoe has resurfaced as a budget-friendly form of fitness and adventure.

Since the snowshoeing boom in the 1990s, the number of models on the market has mushroomed offering consumers a wide variety of choices. One of the brands now making headway in North America is Baldas Snowshoes.

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TrekSta Kobra II GTX Trail Shoe w/ Boa Lacing

posted by gumptiongear April 23, 2012 0 comments

“Great things are done when men and mountains meet.” – William Blake

Whether you’re escaping town for a weekend to meet the mountains, or just sneaking out for a few hours on your favorite local trail, the Kobra II GTX with Boa Lacing from TrekSta offers nearly all the performance benefits of a serious hiker with a fit that might just set a new comfort standard for a hiking shoe.

After all, you don’t want to just meet your mountains… you want to conquer them. Continue Reading

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Cushe® Women’s Wildrun

posted by gumptiongear April 19, 2012 0 comments

“The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.” – Don Williams Jr.

There’s no shortage of “gear” you may need when you’re planning your next journey. But when it comes to travel/adventure shoes, it’s not worth the risk. The problem with most travel shoes is they don’t offer the versatility and support needed for your adventure. Let alone the comfort needed to keep you going day in, day out for extended periods of time.

Casual and versatile, the Cushe® Women’s Wildrun shoe mixes a casual nylon and nubuck upper with an adventure ready Vibram outsole offering everyday comfort and performance in a stylish package.

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Hi-Tec Sierra Canyon Thong

posted by gumptiongear April 17, 2012 0 comments

For many outdoor enthusiasts, Spring and Summer brings us face to face with one of the great dilemmas: You want to wear flip-flops but you also don’t want to give up a summer of hiking, climbing and adventuring. If this is your great outdoor quandary, then rest easy friend. With the Sierra Lite Canyon Thong, Hi-Tec may have just cut back on the hours you’d otherwise waste in your closet choosing between flips or hiking shoes.
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Soleus GPS 1.0: Everything You Need, Nothing You Don’t.

posted by gumptiongear April 12, 2012 0 comments

Small enough to use as a daily sports watch, yet advanced enough to measure and track your vital athletic statistics, the Soleus GPS 1.0 will shatter any expectations you may have for a GPS watch that costs less than $100.

Highly capable and loaded with core-running features, the Soleus GPS 1.0 ensures that cost will no longer stand between you and a valuable training tool.

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